Former B.C. premier says she ’misspoke’ when claiming she was never a Conservative

Since Mark Carney became Prime Minister on March 9, the Liberals have been leading in opinion polls, largely due to public reaction against U.S. President Trump's tariffs. While Carney's strategy to galvanize the progressive vote has worked, recent polls indicate a slight increase in support for the NDP and Bloc Quebecois, suggesting that some Canadian progressives are less enamored with Carney as a political savior. Despite potential challenges, both the NDP and BQ remain within...

Canadian universities, particularly the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo, are experiencing a surge in interest from American students amid U.S. federal cuts and visa revocations. U of T noted a significant increase in U.S. applications for the 2025-26 academic year, while UBC Vancouver reported a 27% rise in graduate applications, attributing the spike to the Trump administration's scrutiny of foreign students. However, Canadian institutions face challenges due to a federal cap on...

An Ontario judge has significantly increased Martin Moore's sentence, more than doubling the joint recommendation of 120 days in jail for his string of crimes, including attempting to disarm a police officer. Justice Angela L. McLeod deemed the joint submission "unhinged" and sentenced Moore to 300 days, of which he will serve 162 after credit for time served. Moore pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including break and enter, fraud, and assaulting a police officer, following...

SummaryIn 2019, Danielle Smith, then a broadcaster, reflected Albertans' anger over Liberal policies impacting the energy sector, predicting a significant election impact on national unity. Now serving as premier, Smith expresses frustration with the federal government, claiming it has not benefited Alberta, while her predecessor, Jason Kenney, notes widespread disbelief over a potential Liberal re-election. Smith's controversial actions, including meetings with Trump and divergence from other premiers on U.S. tariffs, have made her a polarizing...

Summary Fernando Ameth Pinzon, a Canadian citizen since 2004, has never participated in voting, feeling that life in Canada was safe and stable after fleeing Panama due to the U.S. invasion in 1989. His perception shifted as U.S. President Donald Trump began threatening the sovereignty of both Canada and Panama, prompting a reconsideration of the importance of voting for change. This situation highlights how external political pressures can influence individual civic engagement and the perception...

In the lead-up to the federal election, polling indicates a tightening race between Mark Carney's Liberals and Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives, a shift from the latter's previous strong lead. As the campaign progresses, skepticism arises regarding the accuracy of polls, especially given Poilievre's large rallies and Carney's campaign controversies. Various polls reflect differing support levels, with Carney seen as better equipped to handle international issues, while Poilievre is perceived as stronger on domestic concerns, raising questions...